1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1969 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (156 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 120 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
Because 1969 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Porsche 911 (191 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 1969 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Fiat | Porsche |
| Model | Palio | 911 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 156 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
